© 2020 Nomadict. All rights reserved.
Florian Wenzel
@flopunktwe
Best of the week 44 at #nomadict 2022
Photography and traveling changed my life. I met my closest friends through it. And it’s kinda my way of isolating myself from the stress of daily life. Not that I want to run away from something, but sometimes everything is simply too much. For me being on the road with beloved people always feels like recharging my inner battery. Plus, I get to create memories I will never forget.
In August 2018 we did a hike in Graubünden, Switzerland. The weather forecast wasn’t on our side but we did it anyway. After hiking through fog and rain for four hours we finally reached the top of the mountain and had still no visibility. My whole body was shaking and freezing, and at the night it started to snow. An hour before sunrise my alarm rang but we were still caught by the whiteout. I opened the tent every ten minutes, hoping that we would see something, and then I witnessed one of the most amazing sunrises. I reached for my frozen boots and woke everybody up. We were rewarded with an incredible view over the clouds. Everybody screamed because of the joy we felt.
"Back home and while editing, I try to recreate and increase the light while keeping the image natural."
The same goes for the colors. So I am working a lot with gradients and radial filters. I start with one of my presets where I have some basic adjustments saved like noise reduction, sharpening, colors, etc. Then I adjust the exposure, shadows, and highlights because I tend to shoot a little bit darker to save the highlights. I use radial filters to enhance the fog and the lights a little bit more, and after that, I straighten the image.
For me to be happy with the result the colors have to be homogenous and the photo has to have a natural feel. There shouldn’t be something that is distracting and I want to create an atmosphere that soaks the viewer into the photograph. There’s no precise manner to assess whether a photo is ready or not, it’s more a feeling. When I’m thinking, yeah that’s how I felt and I don’t want to change anything – That’s when I consider a photo as finished. However, editing an image can take me sometimes 15 minutes, three months, or in the extreme 3 years because I can be very picky in this matter.
Success for me is when I’m happy with my work and that is something I’m really struggling with – because often I’m my biggest critic. It is very tempting to criticize negatively, thinking that I‘m not good enough, that everything that I do follows a repetitive pattern, etc. For me, it’s quite difficult to handle that because at which point is it a style, and at which point do you start repeating yourself and stop being creative/innovative? Where are the boundaries? If somebody knows you can hit me up!
On the other hand, I try to teach myself to also criticize myself constructively and see the positive side of things. When I recognize I’m in the negative thinking cycle, I try to remember that photography brought me so much. Friendships, laughter, and a lot of good stories to tell! And I will remind myself that photography made me who I am now and that my past self would be really proud of me.
Would you like content like this sent to your inbox?
Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
BEST OF THE WEEK JUNE 2021
BEST OF THE WEEK MAY 2021
BEST OF THE WEEK APRIL 2021
BEST OF THE WEEK MARCH 2021
BEST OF THE WEEK FEBRUARY 2021
BEST OF THE WEEK JANUARY 2021
NOMADICT
ART GALLERY
THE LATEST STORIES
WRITEN WITH PASSION TO INSPIRE YOU
Henry Chow (@jujushots): Creator based in Australia
Photographer Henry Chow is renowned for capturing the soul of travel destinations, and his latest journey through Japan is no exception. From vibrant cityscapes to serene nature, he highlights ten iconic photography spots, sharing expert insights, creative process, and practical tips to inspire photographers seeking to elevate their work.
Magnus Berggren (@mankeyfoto): Best of the week 4 at #nomadict 2025
Magnus is a wildlife photographer known for his moody and artistic approach to capturing animals in their natural habitat. His primary passion is bird photography, and his image of a Ural owl chick won Best of Week 4, 2025.
Brad Flowerdew (@bradflowerss): Best of the week 5 at #nomadict 2025
In this article, Brad shares his journey from hobbyist to professional, highlighting key moments like landing his first client collaboration. He also discusses the importance of connecting with others in the industry and the shot that won the Best of the Week 5, 2025.
Natascha Klein (@tashi_ka): Best of the week 3 at #nomadict 2025
Natascha is a passionate photographer and media designer whose love for capturing the world around her began at an early age. Her journey into professional photography was shaped by her deep appreciation for aesthetics and storytelling, which she honed while studying media design.
Jay Blatti (@jayblatti): Best of the week 46 at #nomadict 2024
Jay is a passionate traveler and photographer whose curiosity drives him to explore both faraway landscapes and hidden gems in his own country. In this article, he shares how travel and photography intertwine as journeys of discovery, growth, and creativity. Jay shares insights into his process, the lessons he’s learned, and the story behind the photograph that won the Best of the Week 46, 2024.
Photo and Video Workshop in the Lofoten Islands, Norway
Join us in the Lofoten Islands for an unforgettable workshop under the Northern Lights, where you’ll elevate your creative skills with expert guidance from Ronald Soethje and Nomadict.
Carina & Max (@buerklestories): Best of the week 1 at #nomadict 2025
Max and Carina are passionate photographers who transform every journey into a discovery of nature’s unique moods and moments. Their work captures the interplay of light and shadow, and through a deep understanding of key elements, they create images that tell a story and evoke emotion.
Eric Deseyve (@ericdsyv): Photographer based in Germany
Eric is a passionate landscape photographer based in Germany whose love for travel and the outdoors blossomed during the pandemic. A trip to the Dolomites in 2022 turned his hobby into a deeper pursuit, leading him to capture breathtaking landscapes with both his camera and drone. Eric now combines his hobby with professional gigs.
